Multi-function Controllers

ST offers a portfolio of highly-integrated multi-function LCD monitor controllers, including many of the advanced processing features available in TV panel controllers:

Advanced Faroudja video decoding and processing

Advanced audio decoding and processing

Advanced color control

Picture-in-picture functionalities

Support for HD and/or 3D HD video

Innovative SoCs for premium DisplayPort 1.2 / HDMI 1.4 displays

A series of five new multimedia monitor SoCs, codenamed Athena, are the first ICs to combine a DisplayPort 1.2 receiver and transmitter, an HDMI 1.4 receiver and a dual DVI receiver. The new products include first-of-their-kind features, such as multi-stream, multi-monitor daisy chain support, patented active video window detection, simple end-user accessible firmware updating, and ST’s industry-leading Faroudja® imaging technology.